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West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available West Des Moines Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Urban Heights in the Windsor Heights neighborhood priced from $599. The View On Hickman in the Windsor Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Des Moines apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$599
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Lenox PropertiesGreenwood AStudio,1BA$650
The Pointe on 88thThe Wild Rose - Market2BR,1BA$682
River Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
The Flats ApartmentsSandstone1BR,1BA$705
The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - Clive35 StudioStudio,1BA$705
Sherwood GlenKirklees1BR,1BA$746
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$749

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA

As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Des Moines area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value West Des Moines apartment is the Andover Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes starting at $1,895 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Timberline RidgeTimberline3BR,3BA$0.98
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesAndover3BR,2.5BA$1.01
Normandy Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.60
Maplewood Townhouses2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes2BR,2BA$1.01
Colonial VillageJamestown2BR,1.5BA$0.82
Sunrise MeadowsB1 - Montego Bay2BR,2BA$0.93
West Glen ApartmentsB1 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Clover HillsB1 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard2BR,1BA$1.01
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94

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West Des Moines Overview

West Des Moines is a nice, medium-sized town with just over 56,000 residents. Over the years, it has made many of the top 100 lists of best places to live as well as one of the best Hipster Cities in 2014 and 2015. This is due to the combination of great people, great food, and a fun loving and inclusive culture.

Why live in West Des Moines, IA?

There are a lot of things that make West Des Moines a special place to live, and that starts with Historic Valley Junction. It is a great place to shop or relax at a cafe. Add to that, the variety of companies to work for, and you've got a great town for both business and fun. Situated in the Raccoon River valley, the area provides lots of places to enjoy the great outdoors especially in the summer months. Finally, you won't find nicer or more welcoming people anywhere. You will feel as if you are part of the community as soon as you start looking for apartments in West Des Moines.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Des Moines is at Urban Heights listed at $599.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment is $695 at River Oaks Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines is starting from $682 at The Pointe on 88th.

What is the most affordable West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Briarwood Grand Apartments and starts from $1,075.

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